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Limit to seed stratification?
Posted by trpnbils(6B)
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LynnMarie_(5 SW Kansas)Updated Okay, thanks. I will give it a try.
jiffy mix is too boggy for self-watering seed propogation
Posted by ydfz(deep south texas 9)
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chervil2(z5 MA)Updated There are different types of Jiffy-Mix. What one are you having issues with?
is it better to start seeds out in the smallest pot...
Posted by Keyboarg
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digdirt2Updated The use of domes is hotly debated. They are not used by commercial or professional growers but have some limited advantages for beginners. But they must be removed promptly as soon as the first seeds sprout to avoid problems. Lack...
Mixing tall fescue seed with Marathon 1 sod
Posted by pman6(9)
1 Comment
digdirt2Updated More likely to get an informative answer over on the Lawn forum here as that is their focus. Dave Here is a link that might be useful: Laws forum
Carnations: Can Can & Mini Spice
Posted by bellegallica9a
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bellegallica9aUpdated You very well may be right, though. It could be the Mini Spice variety requires more light. I can't find it now, but I think I do remember reading some information that suggested the Can Can variety was more suitable for ordinary ...
St Johns wort
Posted by clipclop(8a)
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clipclop(8a)Updated Thanks for the info. I will try again maybe I was too impatient. I am in zone 7 central Ga. the seeds are tiny so I will try not to bury them and kill any chance of germination.
Pansies from seeds
Posted by jeannienyc(6)
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chervil2(z5 MA)Updated I wonder if shelf life of pansy seed could be extended by freezer storage? This method is working well for germination of my older spinach seeds.
Aristolochia tomentosa
Posted by madabouteu(8A - central Alabama)
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morz8(Washington Coast Z8b)Updated Propagation notes, Explorers Garden - Hinkley: fruits of the pipevine remain extremely hard until late autumn when they soften and dehisce the seeds. Seeds will germinate readily after cold stratification" If seed is sown imm...
Lavender seeds
Posted by karachigardener(11)
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calistoga_al ca 15 usda 9Updated Lavender grows easily from seed, but it likes a well drained mix which does not match most cow manure, composted or not. You don't benefit from an overly rich seed mix. Al
Growing unknown seeds
Posted by adxz
3 Comments
nil13(z21 L.A., CA (Mt. Washington))Updated the first step is to identify the plant to figure out what conditions the seeds need to germinate. Or you can provide a multitude of environments in order to determine the cultural conditions the seeds need, but that is going to b...
Paper Towel Germination?
Posted by sarahjoy94
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RodolphUpdated I try a different method of seeds germinating. Mine is based on wicking paper towel system, where seeds can breathe freely, and i can control the wetting necessity of the seeds. You can do that simply by inserting any rope or cott...
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Posted by gwannouncements
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gwannouncementsUpdated Hi everyone! You asked and we listened. Today we are very excited to be debuting our newest feature -- post editing! To use this feature, go back to the post you wish to correct and you'll find the link under the 'My Clippings' li...
How to ensure purchasing fresh seed for next season?
Posted by AmericanGardner
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digdirt2Updated Hmmm no reply from the OP so we can only assume but I agree that the question was about fresh seed not new varieties. At least that was my interpretation. If one had to have "fresh" seeds each year to have a successful g...
Attempted to grow mourning glory seeds
Posted by Keyboarg
2 Comments
gardenman101(Z6 Spingfield, Ma)Updated Im going to have to say you wernt getting enough sun. That area looks kinda dark to me. Does it get any brighter then that and if so how much does it get full sun (1 hour 2, etc) Morning Glorys are a sun loving flower, and if the ...
60/20/20 Castings, Perilite, Vermiculite
Posted by green_pepper_thumb
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calistoga_al ca 15 usda 9Updated Tomatoes will germinate in a cow patty or a compost pile. Providing anything special for tomatoes is a waste. Al
Poinsettia seed pod
Posted by beetle_2007(3)
9 Comments
mccommas(z5CT)Updated I just yahooed "Poinsettia flowers". I always thought the red flowers were just leaves! -- learn something new every day....
Ginkgo seeds
Posted by HelloPandaNF(Zone Five)
2 Comments
HelloPandaNF(Zone Five)Updated Okay, that's a relief... Thanks
Harvesting seeds
Posted by RetiredFlorida(9)
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RetiredFlorida(9)Updated Thanks Flora, I kinda had that feeling after I sat, peeling open too many pods that I "took" off the tree. All the seeds were green and then I thought, that would be awful to offer someone seeds that were not viable. I j...
Great pleasures from a seed person
Posted by bugbite(z9a FL)
4 Comments
bugbite(z9a FL)Updated Terrene, Wonderful post. I could visualize and enjoy each point you made. Thanks!
castor bean help
Posted by Alexmantisman
3 Comments
susanzone5(z5NY)Updated I grow them every year just by planting them in potting mix, about an inch deep.
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